Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing equipment and facilities within a food manufacturing environment. This position involves a combination of technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and hygienic working environment. This role ensures production uptime through a robust preventative maintenance program and responds to unplanned downtime with a solutions-oriented approach.

Essential Functions:

- Equipment Maintenance:

- Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks on production machinery, including steam cookers, mixers, boiler system, packaging equipment, water softeners, pumps, and refrigeration systems.

- Conduct inspections, lubrication, and adjustments to ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets production requirements.

- Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, identify root causes, and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime.

- Respond promptly and provide emergency unscheduled troubleshooting and repairs of production equipment during the manufacturing process to prevent disruptions to production.

- Facility Maintenance:

- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the production area, ensuring compliance with sanitation standards.

- Monitor and repair facility systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, to support a safe and comfortable working environment.

- Safety and Compliance:

- Adhere to all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, and safe work practices.

- Participate in safety training programs and contribute to the development of safety initiatives to promote a culture of safety.

- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (DPS, HACCP, OSHA) and company policies related to food safety, sanitation, and environmental regulations.

- Documentation and Reporting:

- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment inspections, and inventory management.

- Document equipment repairs, parts replacements, and maintenance procedures to track equipment history and performance.

- Collaboration and Communication:

- Coordinate with production manager to prioritize maintenance tasks and minimize disruptions to production schedules.

- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, cultivation and fulfillment, to address maintenance issues and implement solutions.

- Provide technical assistance and training to production staff on equipment operation, maintenance procedures, and safety protocols.

- Flexibility to work non-standard hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

- Perform all other duties as assigned up to and including sanitation and cleaning of the facility as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

- Must have a strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

- Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting/repairs on PLC, relay logic and logic controllers, 480v, 220v, 110v AC single/three phase and DC systems.

- Strong understanding of electrical systems, including motors, drives, industrial sensors, and HVAC systems.

- Knowledge of safety standards and regulations related to electrical and control systems.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.

- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

- Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and learn new technologies as needed.

- Ability to perform mechanical repairs that include hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

- Ability to operate a computer to support and record documentation in our computer maintenance management system.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

- High school diploma or GED, required.

- Technical school education, preferred.

- 3-5 years’ related experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, preferably in a GMP environment.

- 3-5 years’ experience troubleshooting and maintaining electrical and mechanical systems.

- Ability to operate a computer including Excel, Word, Outlook and SharePoint.

- Ability to research issues, contact manufacturer/supplier and complete tasks.

- Must be "hands-on" in completing maintenance work.

- Some weekend and evening work required (emergency).

- Must meet age requirement as outlined by state cannabis agencies.

- Able to pass all background checks/fingerprinting as required by state cannabis agencies.

- Able to provide valid badging/credentials as required by state cannabis agencies

- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

- Must follow PPE and Safety guidelines as required, in each zoned area within the facility, while completing work.

- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

- Must be able to constantly position self throughout task at hand.

- Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to service various equipment.

- The person in this position needs to frequently move about the inside and outside of buildings.

- Occasionally works in outside conditions that include exposure to inclement weather, heat, and humidity.

- Requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.

- Frequently lifts, loads, unloads, moves, positions, and transports items up to 50 pounds.

- This person may be exposed to dust, kief, cleaning chemicals, and fumes. Although systems are in place to remove these byproducts, there is still exposure to some degree.

Benefits Package:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Telehealth – Medical
Telehealth – Mental Health Counseling
401(k) with company matching
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Bereavement leave
Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D
Travel Reimbursement (if applicable)
Gym Reimbursement up to $50/month
& More

Texas Original Compassionate Cultivation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.